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LED Matrix Display Project Uses ESP32 and Raspberry Pi Platforms If you've ever wanted a customizable smart display without the high cost or vendor lock-in, this DIY project might inspire you. Adam Conway, Lead Technical Editor and Developer for XDA, recently shared how he turned a Waveshare 64x32 P2.5 RGB matrix panel into a fully functional LED display using both a Raspberry Pi and an ESP32. A HUB75 interface, which is standard for these types of… |
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Iridium's Arduino-Compatible Satellite IoT Development Kit Powers Remote Deployments In partnership with Device Solutions, Iridium Communications has launched the Iridium Certus 9704 Development Kit. It’s a compact solution that is compatible with Arduino to bring satellite-based IoT to remote areas that lie beyond the reach of Wi-Fi, LoRa, or cellular networks. The kit is built around the Iridium Certus 9704 satellite transceiver module. It supports two-way data… |
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How to Set a Static IP on Raspberry Pi? If you've ever worked with a Raspberry Pi, you’ve probably run into that annoying moment when your Raspberry Pi just disappears from the network. You try to SSH into it or access a local web dashboard, but suddenly it's not there. You fire up the terminal and type ping raspberrypi.local, and nothing. It turns out, your router handed the Pi a different IP address this… |
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Espressif Announces Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Chips with 2.1 Gbps Capability A company known for its wireless communication chips, Espressif Systems, has made its official entry into the Wi-Fi 6E market as of July 4, 2025. The Wi-Fi 6E solutions will work together with Espressif's existing multi-core RISC-V technology. Wi-Fi 6E is an extension of the Wi-Fi 6 standard and includes access to the 6 GHz frequency band, which was previously unavailable for public use. The 6… |
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RAK11160 Dual-Core Module Featuring LoRaWAN, Wi-Fi, and BLE for Low-Power IoT RAKwireless has launched the RAK11160 WisDuo Module. This dual-core IoT module combines two microcontrollers: an STM32WLE5 for LoRaWAN-based long-range wireless communication and an ESP32-C2 for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity. The ESP32 can enter a deep power-off mode using only ~1 µA. This makes it great for remote farming sensors, moving vehicles, forests, and even asset… |
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India Poised for Growth in Semiconductor Research as Manufacturing Lags Says MediaTek David Ku, MediaTek's Co-Chief Operations Officer, acknowledges India’s growth in semiconductor research and development while cautioning that the nation is still years from becoming a prominent semiconductor manufacturing hub. Speaking during a media interaction in Taipei, Ku drew attention to the steep learning curve and extended timelines tied to semiconductor fabrication. It typically takes… |
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How to send SMS using ESP32 Want instant SMS alerts from your ESP32 without relying on a bulky GSM module? Whether it's motion detection, a sudden temperature spike, or an unauthorized locker door opening, your ESP32 can now send real-time SMS notifications straight to your phone, using just Wi-Fi and a free API from Circuit Digest Cloud. … |
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How to build a Smoke and Fire Alarm System using Arduino with SMS Notification What if you could get an instant SMS alert the moment a fire or smoke is detected at home or office? Through this project tutorial, you can build a fire and smoke alarm system using Arduino UNO R4 that sends real-time SMS notifications. This means you will immediately get alerted even if you are far away. In this Arduino Project, you… |
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Synaptics and Murata Collaborate to Launch Next-Gen Automotive Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity Module Synaptics Incorporated and Murata Manufacturing have announced a partnership to jointly develop a turnkey wireless connectivity module designed for automotive Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs. This module will integrate Synaptics’ Veros Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo systems on chips (SoCs) with Murata’s compact module design expertise. The collaboration aims to deliver… |
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DIY Gesture Control Drone using Python with LiteWing and ESP32 A few years ago, building a drone was expensive and out of reach for most hobbyists and students. But today, DIY drones have become more accessible and affordable. With the LiteWing Drone—a compact, open-source drone powered by the ESP32—you can build and fly your own drone for under $50. It's beginner-friendly, ready to fly out of the box, and can be controlled via… |
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Certus Semiconductor Joins TSMC IP Alliance Program to Enhance ESD and I/O Solutions Certus Semiconductor has joined TSMC’s IP Alliance Program, part of the TSMC Open Innovation Platform. Through this partnership Certus can now offer its proven ESD protection and input/output building blocks directly to TSMC customers. Working together will make it easier to integrate Certus designs into chips built on TSMC’s wide range of process options. … |
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ESP32 Air Mouse using Bluetooth and MPU6050 Gesture control is one of the coolest ways to interact with technology—no buttons, no touchscreens, just simple hand movements. It almost feels like magic when you can control devices with a wave of your hand! This technology has a wide range of real-world applications, from flying drones and controlling robots to managing smart home… |